There are three primary domains of rowth and development:

• The physical domain
• The cognitive domain
• The psychosocial domain

Disturbances in any of these may alter growth and development; however, in reality human characteristics result from imbalances, excess and deficits. Beware of normal variations and abnormal development. The video below is an overview about being an astute provider.

Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008, September 22). Baby Steps: Learn the Signs. Act early [Video File]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/9Ithxd5KWhw